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Furniture MakerPlaced Australia • Melbourne, AU
Furniture Maker

Furniture Maker

Placed Australia • Melbourne, AU
5 days ago
Job description

Placed.au is looking for a full-time Furniture Maker for our client in Dandenong South, Victoria. This role is responsible for fabricating, assembling, finishing, and repairing furniture and hospitality products to a high standard of quality, accuracy, and presentation.

Placed.au is looking for a full-time Furniture Maker for our client in Dandenong South, Victoria. This role is responsible for fabricating, assembling, finishing, and repairing furniture and hospitality products to a high standard of quality, accuracy, and presentation.

Job Description

  • Examine drawings, work orders, specifications, and sample components to determine materials, dimensions, construction methods, and production requirements.
  • Select and work with timber, veneers, laminates, particle board, synthetic wood, and other engineered wood products.
  • Measure, mark, cut, shape, and prepare materials using appropriate hand tools, power tools, and woodworking machinery.
  • Fabricate and assemble furniture components and completed hospitality furniture according to drawings and specifications.
  • Construct and assemble furniture used in hospitality environments, including tables, service stations, buffet furniture, banquet furniture, and other customised products.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assemble prepared components to ensure accurate alignment, structural integrity, and a high-quality finished product.
  • Fit hardware including hinges, locks, catches, drawers, shelves, brackets, and other associated fittings.
  • Apply appropriate finishes and protective coatings to furniture and components to achieve the required appearance and durability.
  • Inspect completed furniture and components to identify defects, inconsistencies, or dimensional issues and complete adjustments or repairs as required.
  • Work with production and design teams to support customised furniture projects and ensure products meet specified design and functional requirements.
  • Operate and maintain woodworking tools, machinery, and production equipment in accordance with workplace safety procedures.
  • Assist with the repair, modification, refurbishment, and improvement of existing furniture and hospitality equipment where required.
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe production area and comply with workplace health and safety requirements.
  • Follow production schedules and work efficiently to meet required quality and delivery standards.

Skill & Experience

Qualifications / Attributes

  • Must hold a Certificate IV in Furniture Making, Cabinet Making, Woodworking, or a related field, or at least three (3) years of relevant work experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
  • Must possess at least one (1) year of relevant work experience as a Furniture Maker, Cabinetmaker, or in a similar furniture manufacturing role.
  • Demonstrated experience fabricating and assembling freestanding furniture using timber, veneers, laminates, and engineered wood products.
  • Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, work orders, and measurements.
  • Proficiency in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, woodworking machinery, and associated production equipment.
  • Strong understanding of furniture construction, joinery, assembly, finishing, and repair techniques.
  • High attention to detail with a strong focus on precision, workmanship, presentation, and product quality.
  • Ability to work with customised designs and produce furniture to specific functional and aesthetic requirements.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify and rectify production or assembly issues.
  • Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet production deadlines.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a production and design team.
  • Strong commitment to workplace health and safety and maintaining a clean and organised production environment.

Salary Range

$75,000 – $95,000 per annum excluding superannuation.

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